Hospice Social Worker: Family & Palliative Care Navigator

Carle Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Home Services Social Worker to identify psychosocial needs of patients and families, conduct comprehensive assessments, and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to support care plans. The role emphasizes crisis intervention, resource identification, and navigation of benefits and community supports within a palliative/home-based care context.

The position requires an MSW, LCSW/LSW licensure, and a valid driver's license, with flexibility in hours based on census and

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work is required.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license is required.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) license is required.
• Driver's License is required.
• Proof of Auto Insurance is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments of patients and families.
• Develop a bereavement plan of care.
• Educate patients and families, addressing barriers to learning.
• Complete visit notes and orders in EMR within policy timelines.
• Develop social work plan in collaboration with IDT and coordinate with community resources.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Tools

LCSW License

LSW License

Driver's License

Auto Insurance

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Home Services Social Worker to identify psychosocial needs of patients and families, conduct comprehensive assessments, and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to support care plans. The role emphasizes crisis intervention, resource identification, and navigation of benefits and community supports within a palliative/home-based care context.

The position requires an MSW, LCSW/LSW licensure, and a valid driver's license, with flexibility in hours based on census and